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Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Siti's Stories
17 episodes
22 hours ago
For our final episode of Season 1, we’re closing with love. Voicemails to Siti is a moving compilation of listener-submitted stories, memories, and reflections about the Palestinian women who shaped us. From tender traditions to hilarious voicemails, these messages are full of heart and a beautiful reminder of the legacy our Sitis leave behind. I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of this journey. Siti’s Stories is a podcast from my heart, and as a one-woman show, every...
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For our final episode of Season 1, we’re closing with love. Voicemails to Siti is a moving compilation of listener-submitted stories, memories, and reflections about the Palestinian women who shaped us. From tender traditions to hilarious voicemails, these messages are full of heart and a beautiful reminder of the legacy our Sitis leave behind. I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of this journey. Siti’s Stories is a podcast from my heart, and as a one-woman show, every...
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Episodes (17/17)
Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Voicemails to Siti
For our final episode of Season 1, we’re closing with love. Voicemails to Siti is a moving compilation of listener-submitted stories, memories, and reflections about the Palestinian women who shaped us. From tender traditions to hilarious voicemails, these messages are full of heart and a beautiful reminder of the legacy our Sitis leave behind. I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of this journey. Siti’s Stories is a podcast from my heart, and as a one-woman show, every...
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5 months ago
29 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Halema Salamah: A Palestinian Immigrant Who Built a Legacy of Generosity and Grit
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Siti’s Stories, I share the incredible life of my grandmother, Halema Salamah Gaber. Her story is a testament to the spirit of resilience, determination, and boundless generosity. Highlights from the Episode: A Journey Across Oceans:Halema's family's journey to America began with a twist of fate at Ellis Island, leading her father to military service in 1914 where he cut onions and peeled potatoes on a military boat. This unexpected turn g...
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6 months ago
33 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Storytelling as Resistance: Preserving Palestinian Identity with Jenan Matari
In this powerful episode of Siti’s Stories, I sit down with Palestinian storyteller, advocate, and now author Jenan Matari, whose work amplifies Indigenous voices and fights for the preservation of cultural heritage. Jenan is a beacon of storytelling resistance, using her platform to bring awareness to the struggles of marginalized communities—especially Palestinians. We dive deep into: Navigating Palestinian Identity: Jenan shares her experience of feeling the need to "button up" her Palesti...
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6 months ago
51 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Weaving Identity: Lina on Turning Tatreez into Business, Story, and Community
In this episode of Siti’s Stories, host Laila sits down with Lina — a Palestinian-Panamanian creative, founder of Llinas thobe, and co-host of the podcast Tatreez Talk. Lina’s work is rooted in tatreez but she’s reimagining it through her own lens. From starting a business that helps others make their own thobes, to designing motifs that reflect her dual heritage, Lina is reshaping tradition into something deeply personal and powerfully communal. In this episode, we talk about: How Lina...
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6 months ago
48 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Literacy, Legacy & the Power of Storytelling with Deema Al Alami
In this authentic and heartfelt episode of Siti’s Stories, host Laila sits down with educator, author, and literacy advocate Deema Al Alami, whose work is transforming Arabic children’s literature and reclaiming Arab narratives through storytelling. 🌿📚 Deema opens up about growing up as a half-Palestinian, half-Iraqi woman in Jordan, and how her multicultural upbringing shaped her identity. She shares her journey through postpartum depression, co-founding the Mother to Author program, and usi...
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6 months ago
53 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Threads of Legacy: How The Haleemah Project Uses Tatreez to Give Back
In this episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Linda—the visionary behind The Haleemah Project, an initiative born out of love for her Siti Haleemah, a Nakba survivor. Linda embroiders Palestinian motifs onto upcycled clothing—transforming everyday items into powerful symbols of heritage and resistance. But this project goes beyond stitching. At its heart, The Haleemah Project is a mission to give back. Every piece is sold with purpose, with 100% of proceeds going to grassroots efforts s...
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7 months ago
39 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Beyond the Classroom: Sawsan Jaber on Identity, Equity, & Inclusivity
In this powerful episode of Siti’s Stories, we speak with Dr. Sawsan Jaber — award-winning educator, scholar activist, and daughter of Palestinian refugees — about reclaiming identity through education and the legacy of resistance carried through generations of Palestinian women. Sawsan’s story begins with her great-grandmother, a fierce woman who fought in the Battle of Deir Yassin, and continues through her parents' journey as refugees. Now in her 26th year as an educator, Sawsan is on a mi...
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7 months ago
49 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Stitching Identity: Thobes & Resistance with Nada
In this powerful episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Nada, founder of Teta’s Legacy, to explore the cultural significance and enduring beauty of Palestinian thobes and tatreez embroidery. Nada shares how these traditional garments are more than clothing — they are woven archives of memory, identity, and resistance. We discuss the history embedded in every stitch, the regional variations of thobes, and how the legacy of women like Widad Kawar, who has worked tirelessly to document and ...
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7 months ago
38 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Call for Submissions- Voicemails to Siti
For the season finale of Siti’s Stories, we’re creating something truly special—a heartfelt tribute to our Sitis, told in your own voices. We want to hear about your Siti—her strength, her story, and the ways she shaped your world. Tell us about the balad she called home, and if her life carried the weight of migration or exile. Your submission doesn’t have to be long. It could be a beloved memory, a phrase she always said, a tradition she passed down, or something beautifully ordinary—...
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7 months ago
2 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Behind the Mic: The Personal Story of Siti’s Stories
This episode is different. It’s just me—no guest—sharing something I haven’t before mine and my siti’s stories. As the host of Siti’s Stories, I’ve spent this season highlighting the voices and stories of others. But I realized I hadn’t taken the time to share where this project truly comes from—my own Sitis. In this special bonus episode, I reflect on the two women who shaped me- my grandmothers, both named Halema. I talk about their strength, their sacrifices, their love for Palestine...
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7 months ago
27 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Faith, Family & Advocacy: Rawida’s Path to AMAANA
In this heartfelt episode of Siti’s Stories, Rawida shares her inspiring journey as a mother, advocate, and leader in the Muslim community. After giving birth to her daughter with special needs 26 years ago, she saw a lack of resources for Muslim families navigating disabilities. This experience led her to co-found AMAANA, Louisiana’s first Muslim community and resource center dedicated to acceptance, accessibility, and advocacy for families of children with disabilities. Rawida opens up abou...
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8 months ago
50 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Finding Purpose, Giving Back & Raising Conscious Kids with Noora Sharrab
What is your greater purpose in life? How can you create real impact in the world? In this episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Noora Sharrab—co-founder of Sitti Soaps Enterprise and founder of Hopes for Women in Education—to talk about purpose, empowerment, and making conscious choices. As a Palestinian-Canadian with roots in Gaza, Noora shares her inspiring journey of uplifting refugee communities through education, employment, and social entrepreneurship. Discover how she built a gl...
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8 months ago
43 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Survival, Spirituality & Success: Lubna’s Journey of Resilience
Meet Lubna, a Brazilian-Palestinian entrepreneur, single mother, and two-time cancer survivor who turned her passion for Palestinian cuisine and culture into a thriving business. Her journey is one of resilience, faith, and determination, proving that challenges can lead to purpose. 🎙️ In this episode, Lubna shares: 💪 How she built a business as a single mom on her own terms. 🎗️ Her battle with cancer and the spiritual awakening that gave her strength. 👩‍👧‍👦 The power of family support in kee...
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8 months ago
43 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Writing our Roots: Rifk Ebeid's Journey
In this episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Rifk Ebeid, a Palestinian children’s author whose journey proves that passion—not timelines—should guide our paths. Rifk shares how storytelling has shaped her advocacy and how books can be a powerful tool for preserving Palestinian identity. We explore the importance of creating impact in our own ways, following your passions and turning them into realities, and how parents can connect their children to Palestine through books. Join us for ...
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9 months ago
46 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Building Bridges: Rania Mustafa on Identity and Advocacy in the Diaspora
In this episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Rania Mustafa, Executive Director of the Palestinian American Community Center (PACC), for a powerful conversation on identity, advocacy, and the strength of community. From navigating the duality of being Palestinian American in the diaspora to leading a nonprofit while balancing motherhood, Rania shares the challenges and triumphs of her journey. She also shares a hilariously heartwarming story that reminds us why we can’t afford to run ou...
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9 months ago
48 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Cooking Up Stories with Heifa Odeh
🎙 On this episode of Siti’s Stories, we sit down with Heifa Odeh, Palestinian chef, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fufu in the Kitchen! 🇵🇸🍽️ From childhood memories of food bringing people together to turning her passion into a career, Heifa shares her journey of preserving Palestinian cuisine while innovating in the kitchen. We talk about the power of storytelling through food, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of representation in the culinary world. 🌍💛 ...
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9 months ago
41 minutes

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
Season 1: Trailer
Siti's Stories season 1 coming soon! 🫖 So, pour yourself a cup of tea, settle in, and join us as we weave together the threads of Palestinian culture, history, and identity. 🎙 Subscribe now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts Follow @Sitis.Stories for updates, episode highlights, and more!
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9 months ago
1 minute

Siti's Stories: An Archive of Palestinian Voices
For our final episode of Season 1, we’re closing with love. Voicemails to Siti is a moving compilation of listener-submitted stories, memories, and reflections about the Palestinian women who shaped us. From tender traditions to hilarious voicemails, these messages are full of heart and a beautiful reminder of the legacy our Sitis leave behind. I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of this journey. Siti’s Stories is a podcast from my heart, and as a one-woman show, every...